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In real life, I’ve been very sick. As a result, I’ve been doing more taking meds and sleeping than being on SL.

I was very surprised to finally get to log on today and learn that I’ve been nominated for a DANCE QUEENS Dance Awards (The Cutie) for Best Script (for Shaken Into Peace) and SL Show of the Year (for Shaken Into Peace).

Was TOO stoked to learn this. Shaken into Peace was a definite labor of love, and it was created as much to fuel my heart with God as it was to help fuel others’ hearts with God. Glad I pushed myself away from my fear and finished this project!

The awards ceremony is at 6 am SLT, January 27, 2013, at LunaMar. I always chuckle when nominees say it was awesome just to be nominated, but I have to say it’s true. Just to be nominated, something I never considered happening, is a WOWING moment for me. It sparks me to want to continue doing good work.

Occasionally, I write poetry. Most of it is faith-based. When I was developing the production that would become Unity Productions’ latest performance, SHAKEN INTO PEACE, I was able to bring this poem from obscurity and literally speak it into existence with this audio track. It’s a piece that when I listen to it, I can hear and feel myself feeling the words There is definitely some meta-something going on for me when I listen to it. Please take a listen–let me know what you think.

Also, there are still five more opportunities to see SHAKEN INTO PEACE in Second Life:

Sometimes, things are hard. Sometimes, things weigh us down. Sometimes, we don’t know which way to turn for help.

Sometimes, it’s not about turning anywhere.

It’s about being STILL . . . and finding peace.

For those that never give themselves time to BE and to FEEL and to RELEASE, you definitely do not want to miss Unity Productions’ latest show, the meditative performance, SHAKEN INTO PEACE.

Created and directed by by moi (!!!) and choreographed by the talented Unity Productions team, SHAKEN INTO PEACE’s spoken word messages and soul-stirring peace-filled music relay the production’s ultimate message: even when you’re feeling gray, there is peace and a peace maker that can restore color in your life.

Today, faith-based group Unity Productions kicks off performances of its latest production, The Prisoner! [Oh, BTW, I’m Jesus in white in this picture! I play him and a dancer in the production.]

The Prisoner is a tragic musical with an operatic feel that tells the story of John the Baptist. The pulsing songs sung in Hebrew offer a unique layer to the diversity of our culture, heritage, and inheritance in Christ.

Shows will run every weekend during the month of June with the following days and times: Friday 6 p.m. SLT, Saturday 2 p.m. SLT, and Sunday 4 p.m. SLT. Here is YOUR ticket to Unity Productions’ stage for the performances!

I have to say I’ve been very sad since Whitney Houston passed. Like Michael Jackson, she was a voice that I grew up with and always stayed close to. From her gospel roots to her more popular work, to hear her voice was to luxuriate in sounds that most people will never be able to replicate. Over the last week, I’ve been listening to a lot of her music, mostly the gospel music. Her roots, steep in her faith, is I think one reason my sadness for her has been so deep. I know she loved the Lord, and I know He loved/s her right back, and often, I prayed her life would turn around. I can’t really say it didn’t turn around. No, she’s not here and we’ll never be able to see if the upcoming movie Sparkle and future music would have given her the ultimate comeback, but she is with her Father, her Lord, and with him, there is no pain, hurt, or sorrow. She can rest in him, always.

One of my favorite songs that Whitney sings is “Joy to the World”. There is no reason to wait until Christmas to listen to it. I love the fast and slow movements that flow throughout the piece, and when I hear Whitney’s voice with that choir, I hear nothing but sweet joy. It makes me weep, shout, and laugh all at once. I may, ultimately, do a dance for a few more songs of hers that touch me, but I definitely wanted to do this one. Hope you enjoy.

Quickie about SC

I'm the OTHER cute girl ... on the right.

Writer. Choreographer. Performer. Filmmaker. Educator. Motivational Speaker. Singer. Shon Charisma's been keeping her dynamic and innovative talents on the DL, but she's coming out, and coming out in a big way on SL. Learn more about Shon Charisma here!

I Write Articles

Since August 2010, I've written for an awesome SL publication: SL Enquirer. Sometimes, I'm pitching in and helping CEO Lanai Jarrico with various projects.

Got news? Get it published at SL Enquirer. I'm always on the lookout for cool haps regarding entertainment, culture, and technology on the grid. Click link below to check out pieces I've written for SLE.

I Write Stories

For a while now, I have published one of my novels as a monthly serial here on the blog. You want a tasty lit treat? Feast your eyes on To Catch a Cheat! Click the image below to learn about the story and jump into an episode.
In first life, I'm a published author, and you can learn about my books at my Amazon Author page. Click the image below!

I Perform

Since 2010, I have been a part of a wonderful faith-based organization on the grid: Unity Productions. We put on full-length, faith-filled productions and also perform short skits, plays, and put together soaking worships. I'm proud to be a founding member of UP and equally proud of all the work I do as an UP member, to include choreograph, work on audio/stream, write, film, and soon, produce/direct.

I Film

Love the work I've been able to do on the grid thus far, and looking to do more projects in 2012 and beyond. Check out some of my stuff at and see my Charismatic Resume.